Red Iron Magazine - Summer 2020 Issue

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We believe that some of the most valuable work is done below the soil, and we strive to make a difference, every day, from the ground up. We bring a wide range of expertise and resources to our clients.

Fast Facts: Owner: Cotton County RWD No. 2 Engineer: Jung Engineering Delivery Method: General Contractor Self-Performed: 35%, Concrete

FIRST PLANT IN OKLAHOMA TO USE THIS SPECIALIZED TREATMENT AND FILTRATION PROCESS Cotton County Water Treatment Plant Cotton County, OK – For years, Cotton County, OK, has

This complex project required serious coordination,

struggled to consistently manage the fluoride, arsenic, and

precision, and multiple pieces of equipment. To mitigate

nitrate levels in their water. In Fall of 2018, Cotton County

long material lead times, crews had to erect the metal

hired Crossland Heavy to build a new water treatment plant,

building before installing the tanks inside. Then, we had to

a blending station, and a water well that would improve their

pass six interior tanks through an overhead door. Lastly, we

chemical distribution and water quality.

had to install building piping before the filtration media, which created a significant obstruction to the access area.

The project had multiple components, including an all-

The collaboration of all teams involved helped make this

encompassing operations building that houses a lab, a filter

project a success.

process, a chemical feed system, electrical controls, and storage. The pump station connects and combines eight

Crossland Heavy completed this multi-faceted project on

separate well sources and distribution systems into one

time and within budget. Most importantly, we delivered a

unified system with remote accessibility. The system allows

facility that will provide quality drinking water to Cotton

the County to maintain and service the station without

County residents for years to come.

cutting the water supply to any part of the community. Cotton County is the first plant in Oklahoma to use this type of treatment and filtration process. Between the new process building and the two new wells, water capacity will virtually double. 16

Project Team: Justin Lillie, Division Manager; Mitch Ralston, Project Manager; and Cody Little, Superintendent


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